Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
crinkle
verb
/ˈkrɪŋ.kəl/
Definition
to form or cause to form small folds or wrinkles; a small, curled or folded shape.
Examples
- The leaves crinkle in the dry autumn air.
- She crinkled the paper before tossing it into the bin.
- The fabric began to crinkle after being washed.
Meaning
Crinkle refers to the action of creating small folds or ripples in a surface, often used to describe paper, fabric, or other pliable materials.
Synonyms
- wrinkle
- fold
- crease
- crumple
- frill
